2004 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2004 Seat Ibiza were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 32 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Seat Ibiza (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 147 | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1238 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |